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The Samuel Richardson Library
Enter a world of letters, secrets, virtue, temptation, and consequence.
The Samuel Richardson Library presents the complete works of one of the great founders of the English novel, read in full. Here are private thoughts committed to paper, hearts tested by love and ambition, and characters forced to choose between desire, duty, reputation, and conscience.
From the trials of Pamela to the devastating moral drama of Clarissa, these are stories in which every letter may conceal a motive, reveal a…
Episodes
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 79
In which the tender and devoted mother, amidst the joys of reunion and gratitude, is suddenly plunged into the agonies of her dear infant’s small-pox…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 80
In which Mr. B. conveys news of his beloved Pamela's health with affectionate detail, expressing gratitude for the kindness they have received during a trying…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 81
In which a letter from Lady Davers offers heartfelt congratulations upon the recovery of Master Billy and warmly remarks on the enduring charms of her sister…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 76
In which a concerned sister writes to Pamela with a mixture of joy and apprehension about recent troubling events, offering counsel and reflections on…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 77
In which the arrival at a beloved country home brings much joy and warm reunion, while a grand masquerade ball reveals complexities of social intrigue and…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 78
In which a detailed letter unfolds the delicate clarifications surrounding the Countess’s character and the misunderstandings borne of society’s mischief, as…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 75
In which the humble correspondent, with a heart full of gratitude and renewed hope, prepares to depart London for Kent, cherishing the prospect of reunion with…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 73
In which the gentle Pamela, distressed by sudden estrangement from Mr. B., ventures to bridge their misunderstanding with a heartfelt letter and a timid visit…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 74
In which the tender Pamela, beset by grievous rumours and a mysterious letter, calmly confronts her beloved Mr. B. with a deliberate and composed discourse…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 70
In which Pamela receives a letter from her steadfast friend Lady Betty, who expresses both sympathy and indignation at the scandal troubling Pamela’s…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 71
In which Pamela confides in her correspondent the anxious tidings of distinguished visitors soon to arrive at her home, and wrestles with the uneasy emotions…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 72
In which the fair Pamela, with her innocent heart and gentle spirit, recounts an assembly wherein the Countess and Viscountess pay their respects, bringing…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 67
In which Pamela expresses her profound gratitude and reliance on divine providence to sustain her through a time of great uneasiness, all the while refraining…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 68
In which the affectionate letter from a concerned sister tenderly counsels patience and prudence amidst troubling news that threatens domestic harmony. The…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 69
In which the gentle Pamela relates her poignant unease and inward sorrow amidst troubling intimations surrounding her beloved Mr. B., endeavouring with…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 65
In which the writer, amidst certain unsettled circumstances, conveys a mixture of unease and hopefulness concerning their current situation and expresses a…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 66
In which a concerned sister offers her immediate assistance and companionship to aid in a troubling situation, proposing a visit under the guise of seeking…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 64
In which Lady Davers expresses her heartfelt affection and esteem for the correspondent, rejoicing in the shared felicity of her brother and the recipient, and…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 61
In which the felicity of a new birth brightens the household and its tenants, whose gratitude is expressed in a splendid and heartfelt gift to a kindly…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 62
In which Pamela writes with affectionate candour about her impending journey and the affectionate domestic felicities surrounding Mr. and Mrs. B., including…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 63
In which the amiable Pamela recounts a tender reunion with her family and the joyous blessings upon her dear infant, whilst also embarking on a thoughtful…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 58
In which a lady of sincere affection pens a heartfelt letter urging a gentleman to ensure the ongoing welfare of an honest and venerable couple, should…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 59
In which the tender and devoted Mrs. B. pens a heartfelt letter to her beloved husband, expressing profound gratitude for his kindness and reflecting on her…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 60
In which the dear Miss Darnford lovingly recounts the tender attentions and anxious preparations surrounding Mrs. B.'s delicate condition, marking the arrival…
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Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 55
In which a thoughtful correspondent conveys her reflections on the charms and shortcomings of the Italian opera, lamenting the sacrifice of sense to sound and…
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Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 56
In which the narrator, persuaded by Mr. B. and Miss Darnford to attend a masquerade, finds herself disconcerted by the freedoms and coarse jests that abound…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 57
In which a gentle reflection is offered on the author's changing capacities for devotion amid increasing frailty and the shifting pleasures of worldly…
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Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 52
In which the lively and observant Miss Darnford, newly arrived in London, gives a detailed and affectionate account of the exemplary virtues and harmonious…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 53
In which Mrs. B. consents to inform Lady Davers of the recent matrimonial arrangements between Mr. Murray and Miss Nancy Darnford, whilst reflecting on the…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 54
In which the narrator attends a performance of *The Tender Husband*, a comedy penned by Sir Richard Steele with contributions from Mr. Addison, anticipating…
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Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 50
In which Lady Davers, prompted by a circle of esteemed acquaintances, writes to Mrs. B. to commend her virtues and gently exhort her to confess any private…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 51
In which the correspondent candidly confesses a variety of personal faults, including a saucy temper, occasional jealousy, pride, and vindictiveness, whilst…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 49
In which the humble narrator expresses profound gratitude and joyful surprise at the gracious acceptance and noble regard of Lady Davers, whilst reflecting on…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 46
In which a tender letter from loving parents counsels their daughter to yield with a willing heart to her husband's wishes, despite her own justifiable…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 47
In which Pamela recounts a delicate and heartfelt exchange with her husband, Mr. B., in which matters of duty, conscience, and tender reproach are gently…
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Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 48
In which a dear correspondent, Lady Davers, bestows upon Pamela a generous present in anticipation of her forthcoming joy, with names proposed for hoped-for…
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Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 43
In which our dutiful correspondent describes her arrival in the bustling city, taking possession of a well-appointed residence and familiarising herself with…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 44
In which a genteel lady newly settled in town recounts her impressions of the city’s grand houses, diverse company, and varied amusements, whilst reflecting on…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 45
In which the fair Pamela imparts a delicate correspondence wherein she seeks wise counsel regarding a tender dispute with her husband, who forbids her from…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 40
In which Miss Darnford thoughtfully inquires into the true nature of Mr. B.'s behaviour towards Mrs. B., seeking assurances of his respect and complaisance in…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 41
In which the virtuous Pamela amicably dispels doubts concerning the constant tenderness and respect her husband, Mr. B., shows her, illustrating his indulgence…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 42
In which Pamela recounts a delightful visit to the dairy-house, where the innocence and affection of a young child soften the hearts of those present…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 38
In which the correspondent expresses heartfelt gratitude for the kindness and company of esteemed guests, reflecting on the quiet yet earnest routines that…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 39
In which the fair and virtuous Pamela expresses her earnest concern for the ailing Mrs. Jewkes, urging the compassionate Miss Darnford to visit and comfort her…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 37 Part 3
In which a grievous breach of trust is sorrowfully disclosed and dealt with prudence, whilst the company of several gentlemen of questionable repute fills the…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 37 Part 1
In which the kind and prudent narrator undertakes a charitable visitation with two ladies to the humble abodes of the poor and infirm, observing with tender…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 37 Part 2
In which a tender-hearted mistress, troubled by the imprudence of her young maid Polly, confronts the delicate matters of trust and honour that have been…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 36
In which the young and spirited Polly Darnford joyfully announces her forthcoming journey to London under the care of dear Mrs. B., securing her father's trust…
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Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 33 Part 2
In which the company at a gathered table reveal heartfelt confessions and forgiveness amid a once misjudged lady’s charms, proving her virtue and dispelling…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 34
In which the tender entanglements of courtship are revealed through a lively correspondence, featuring the sharp-edged yet affectionate exchanges between two…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 35
In which Miss Darnford conveys her sharp yet sincere reflections on the behaviour and follies of men, particularly in courtship and matrimony, while expressing…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 32 Part 4
In which the company engages in a thoughtful discourse on the duties and advantages of clerical livings, balancing the value of income against the happiness…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 32 Part 3
In which the company enjoys a day of devout service and social visits, marked by Lady Davers’s gracious affection and the admiration of neighbours, while…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 33 Part 1
In which the arrival of the formidable Sir Jacob Swynford stirs the household with his haughty and uncivil manner, casting a shadow of disdain upon a young…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 31
In which a young lady pens a lively and affectionate letter recounting the arrival and behaviour of honoured guests, the politics of courtship among her…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 32 Part 1
In which the hospitable and sociable Pamela recounts a grand dinner party replete with a diverse company whose lively debates touch upon virtue, marriage, and…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 32 Part 2
In which the fervent passions and misunderstandings of high-born personages give way to gentle reconciliations and generous praise, as Pamela's household…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 30 Part 3
In which a young gentleman recounts with a mingled sense of shame and admiration the tumultuous passions and penitence experienced towards a virtuous maiden…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 30 Part 1
In which the delicate complexities of familial terms and affections are gently unpacked amidst morning discourse at Lady Davers's residence, revealing tender…
- The Samuel Richardson Library
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded Volume 2 Letter 30 Part 2
In which a young gentleman reflects upon his youthful indiscretions and growing admiration for Pamela, noting her natural virtues and his cautious designs to…